Benton Central Jr-Sr High School vs Washington High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School
Oxford · Public high · Grades 7–12
792 students
Washington High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
795 students
| Measure | Benton Central Jr-Sr High School Oxford, Indiana | Washington High School South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #169 of 387 | #363 of 387 |
| National rank | #7117 of 16,910 | #14210 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 792 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 65.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 7.5% |
| city | Oxford | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Central Jr-Sr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 25.9).
- •Benton Central Jr-Sr High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 7.5%).
- •Benton Central Jr-Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 27%).
- •Benton Central Jr-Sr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 65.3%).
- •Washington High School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.8).
- •Washington High School is the larger school with 795 students compared with 792.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benton Central Jr-Sr High School better than Washington High School?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Central Jr-Sr High School ranks higher (54.7 vs 25.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benton Central Jr-Sr High School and Washington High School?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Oxford and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School: 792. Washington High School: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Central Jr-Sr High School and Washington High School rank in Indiana?
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School is 169th of 387 and Washington High School is 363rd of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).